of Helena, AR
September 21, 1924 - July 6, 2019
Glen Edward Bryant, Sr. was born September 21, 1924 in Helena, Arkansas to Harry Shoemaker Bryant and Lera Belle Bley Bryant. He died July 6, 2019 in the same room where he was born.
He was predeceased by his wife, Mildred (Mickie) Bryant.
He is survived by five children: Jerry Ann Himes, G. Edward Bryant, Jr. (Dione), Norman Bryant (Robin), Harry Bryant (Belinda) and Larry Bryant (Kathy). He is also survived by thirteen grandchildren: Tammy Drennon, Bryant Himes (Jamie), Trae Bryant (Roni), Ivy Phillips (John), Miles Bryant, Elliot Bryant, Greer Bryant, Jim Bryant, John Norman Bryant (Catherine), Molly Johnson (Lance), Rivers Bryant, Nick Bryant and Riley Bryant. He is survived by eleven great-grandchildren: McKenzie Drennon, Natalie Turner, Geb Bryant, John Phillips, Davis Phillips, Edward Phillips, Sara Cate Bryant, Jack Bryant, Allie Johnson, Parker Johnson and Audra Marliese Bryant. He was predeceased by his parents, his sister Elsa Mae Bryant, and his brothers, Harry Bryant and Norman Bryant.
Dr. Bryant was a graduate of Woodruff High School in West Helena, Arkansas and Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tennessee. He was a veteran of World War II and continued to serve in the Naval Reserves for many years. Glen practiced optometry in Helena, Arkansas for sixty-five years. He was past president of the Arkansas Optometric Association, and he received many honors from the Optometric Association.
Glen was an excellent golfer and could often be found practicing or playing on the course that bordered his home. He also enjoyed hunting and fishing, and he passed that love down to his children and grandchildren. He and his wife enjoyed traveling, often on optometric mission trips. He was on the founding board for DeSoto School in West Helena, Arkansas and enjoyed following all activities associated with that school. As his grandchildren grew, he also followed their activities whether in Memphis, Sheridan or Helena.
Graveside services will be held, Friday, July 12, 2019, 12 noon, at Sunset Memorial Cemetry, Barton, Arkansas. Dr. Bryant was a lifelong member of West Helena United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to that church, DeSoto School or a charity of your choice.
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13 Condolence(s)
Jenny Taylor
Thursday, July 11, 2019
Dr. Bryant, I am so saddened to hear of your dad's passing. Prayers for your family!
Jenny Taylor
Billie Sue Rohrscheib
Wednesday, July 10, 2019
We loved this sweet man! He will be missed by everyone that was blessed to have him in their life. Our prayers are with you all. Love, Henry and Billie Sue Rohrscheib
Linda Sue
Wednesday, July 10, 2019
Your Dad was a special person. He will be missed by family and friends. Prayers for all of you..
Connie Carter/ East End Animal Care
Tuesday, July 9, 2019
Dr. Harry Bryant, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family from everyone at East End Animal Care
Terri Seeman Hollowell
Tuesday, July 9, 2019
I am so sorry to hear about Dr Bryant’s passing. I too was one of his patients who loved and admired him. Got my first set of contacts from him even though he tried to talk me out of them. Eddie and Bryant family you will all be in my thoughts and prayers as you deal with your loss. He was a fine man and admired and respected by so many. What a legacy he left you.
Bright Eye Care
Tuesday, July 9, 2019
Mr. Larry, we share our heartfelt condolences on the lost of Dr. Bryant.
Maretta Clayborne
Monday, July 8, 2019
My condolences to the Bryant family. Dr. Bryant Sr was my favorite optometrist - sorry Norman. Much love to the family
Leslie Chin
Monday, July 8, 2019
My condolences to the Bryant family. Dr. Bryant was my eye doctor since the third grade and was my influence to follow into that profession. He was a great guy with a great family.
Curtis & Vicky Crisp
Monday, July 8, 2019
So sorry to hear of Dr Bryant passing away, I have Lots of Memories of the BRYANT Families! May God Comfort Each of You!!
Lynette Burt Murphy
Monday, July 8, 2019
Bryant Family:
I am so sorry to see the loss of Dr. Bryant. I have so many fond memories of him and his family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim Mayer
Sunday, July 7, 2019
Glen was a very special Gentleman, businessman & family ma. Helena will miss him in so many ways. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Jim & Diane Mayer
janie Scaife
Saturday, July 6, 2019
I’m so sorry got the loss of Dr. Bryant he was a great Doctor and great neighbor. Love the family so much.
Darlene Pittman Whitwell
Saturday, July 6, 2019
Fond memories of Dr.Glen scooting across the golf course with his dog running by him in the mornings... My sympathy and love to all the family.